Category Archives: Podcast

Episode 33: Powerlifting Coaching: A Constraints-Led Approach with Kevin Cann (Part 1)



How do we incorporate dynamical systems theory into powerlifting? Are common practices like structured training blocks and planned deload weeks the best approach? How can we modify training variables to address limitations and improve lifting performance? How are injuries best managed in this system? We discuss these topics and much more with powerlifting coach, Kevin Cann.

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@kwcann
@precision_powerlifting_systems

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Episode 32: Periodization, Stress, & Uncertainty: Confronting an Inconvenient Truth with John Kiely



s periodization evidence-led or tradition driven? How has our knowledge about stress evolved over the last 100 years? What is the interplay between stress, training, and rehab? We discuss these things and much more with highly respected coach and lecturer, John Kiely.

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@simplysportssci

Paper Discussed on The Show:
1. http://bit.ly/periodization_
2. http://bit.ly/periodization2

John’s ResearchGate Citation List:
http://bit.ly/kielycitations

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Episode 30: Debunking Misinformation



Is there a science to debunking misinformation? Well, the short answer is: yes. We welcome Michael Amato, DPT back onto the show to discuss the most effective approaches to correcting misinformation. *Lookin at YOU social media*

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@michaelvamato

Links to the articles that we discussed:
https://www.routledgehandbooks.com/doi/10.4324/9780203154472.ch3
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28895452https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/03637751.2018.1467564

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Episode 29: Training Load Markers and What We Need to Know with Franco Impellizzeri, PhD



What are internal and external training load markers? What is important information to track with our athletes, and what is fluff? How can we best use the evidence to guide our sports medicine decisions?
We discuss these topics and much more with performance coach and researcher Franco Impellizzeri.
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Episode 28: Returning Our Athletes to Sport: The Good, The Bad, and What We’re Missing with Dr. Mike Reiman



What are the key elements for a successful return to sport? What elements seem to be lacking in the research for both the hip and the knee? What does “return to sport” really mean, and what are the difficulties in reporting it?
We welcome Dr. Mike Reiman, a faculty member at Duke University and clinical researcher, onto the show, to discuss these topics and more.
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Instagram: @michaelreiman
Twitter: @mikereiman
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Episode 27: Creating Positive Change in Healthcare With Zak Gabor



What are the current issues affecting healthcare? How can we help change the culture and improve patient care? We discuss these things and much more with Zak Gabor of The Level Up Initiative.
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Episode 26: Q&A Series #7 with Eric Lagoy



In this episode, we welcome Eric Lagoy, DPT onto the show to answer questions from the ClinicalAthlete community, and to talk about the amazing Exercise Prescription class that he teaches for Quinnipiac’s DPT program!

Topics Covered
-Beard Maintenance
-Barriers to starting an exercise prescription course
-Do today’s students have a better understanding of S&C?
-Differences between exercise prescription and S&C courses
-What place does the science of pain have in an Ex Rx course?
-Example case studies in Eric’s Ex Rx class
-What role does power development have in gen pop?
-Strength training programming in Ex Rx class
Follow Eric on Instagram @emlagoydpt
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Episode 25: Q&A Series #6 Student Edition with Taylor Eckel



In this episode, we welcome Student Physical Therapist Taylor Eckel onto the show to talk about the student experience and answer questions from the ClinicalAthlete Community!
Topics Covered:

– 6:06 How can clinicians support students?
– 11:00 Finding time to do ‘extra’ learning
– 21:55 Dealing with peer resistance
– 29:04 Tips to undergrads for PT school
– 38:00 The student journey
– 41:53 ACL prevention programs.
– 51:05 Sciatic nerve tension
Follow Taylor on Instagram @taylor.eckel

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Episode 24: ACL Return to Sport – Not Just About The Bio: with Steph Allen



What are the psychological implications of ACLR in the return to sport decision? How effective can proper education and setting of expectations be in the various stages of rehab? We discuss these things and much more with Steph Allen, DPT.

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Episode 23: Physique Athletes – Injury Risk & Psychological Factors with Eric Helms



Competition prep for physique athletes is hard. Why do injury rates seem to be higher during this time? What are the optimal training and nutritional strategies when preparing for a show? Are all types of cardio created equal? Is cardio necessary at all for a show-prep cut? We welcome internationally recognized coach, competitor, and researcher Eric Helms, PhD onto the show to discuss these topics and more.

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